Tag: Food labeling standards

According to the Organic Trade Association, sales of organic products in the United States reached a record-breaking $67.6 billion in 2022. While many consumers purchase these products with the assumption they are completely GMO-free, the reality is more nuanced. So, is all organic food GMO free? While organic standards strictly prohibit the use of GMOs, the risk of unintentional cross-contamination means that trace amounts can sometimes be present in organic products.

In a 2017 FDA analysis of products labeled 'gluten-free,' 1.1% were found to contain more than 20 ppm of gluten, which highlights the crucial difference between gluten-free and gluten-free certified products. While both labels indicate a low gluten content, the path to earning each designation is fundamentally different and has major implications for those with celiac disease or severe gluten sensitivities.